It is again time to prepare for the ANNUAL MEETING which will be held Tuesday, November 17, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. at 207 West Main, Museum # 2, Parker, Kansas. At this meeting a new Board of Directors and officers are elected, projects for the coming year will be discussed as well as any other business presented to the Board. Immediately following the Annual meeting of the Board of Directors' meeting, the regular monthly meeting will be held. Officers for 2010 will be elected at that time. Meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesdays, November through April beginning at 7:00pm; May through October meetings beginning at 7:30pm.

We are sad to report we have lost more lifetime members and the Parker Community will miss them also. Their names will be listed in the Spring Newsletter. Memorial contributions in their names have been made to the historical society. We truly appreciate your thoughtfulness and remembrances in those person's names and the help you are giving to the museums and the mementos a viable place that you can share with future generations. We will send acknowledgements to the families so that they might know of your contribution, and their name will be placed on the memorial plaque. Thanks to the memorial established for Joe Cantrell plus the City of Parker, people of the community who so generously gave of their talents, time, and money to remove the old broken sidewalk and replace it with a 470' new concrete side-walk with handicap entrances; check out the web page for pictures of the completed project, looks GREAT!!

These museums belong to the PARKER COMMUNITY and not operated just for the Parker School alumni, but are operated for all to enjoy. We are asking and encourage members and perspective members living in the Parker area that you please take the time to come to the museums look around. What an interesting place to bring your children and grandchildren...DO IT SOON!! There are Community members with many stories to share that will truly delight the children. Please do get involved ALL HELP would be greatly appreciated. The blacksmith shop is in dire straights; there are community decisions that need to be addressed regarding the maintenance and upkeep on all your buildings as they need of some loving care by all who can help us in order for all to enjoy. We continue to have workdays on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday mornings starting at 9:00am. All help is most welcome we look forward to having you join us.

Annual membership dues for November 1, 2009 through October 31, 2010, are now due. Single membership only $5.00 each per year and each lifetime membership is $50. We currently have 178 life members and 15 annual members. This is a great Bargain! We look forward to having you join us. The museums are open to visitors alumni weekend, during Parker Harvest Fest and opened by special request. Persons to contact regarding the museums are Marilyn Rhoades, 913-898-6891, Janice Stahl 913-898-6662, John Riggs, 913-898-2337 or Barb Hines 913-898-2189.

Thank you to everyone who has contributed this year to the Historical Society. We truly appreciate all your donations of time, materials and funds. Come join in and have fun with us.

Happy Holidays!! May the New Year bring Happiness, Joy and good times as we all enjoy our blessings.